Photo Courtesy of Deerfield Fire District
By KENNEDY GRIFFIN
(Deerfield, MA) Wednesday morning the Deerfield Fire District received a report of chemical mixture off-gassing, a release of gasses resulting from mixing chemicals together, and crews responded to Pinenook Road in Deerfield. Greenfield and South Deerfield Hazmat technicians were also requested for aid.
When crews arrived, a Tier 1 Hazmat Response was requested to bring in additional resources and gear from Northampton and Greenfield. As a result of the incident, one person was transported to the hospital for observation.
Hazmat technicians did clear the building after extensive testing and allowed occupants back in. Deerfield Fire District asks the public to use caution when mixing chemicals and to make sure chemicals are compatible.